How many syllables in “cytomegalic”?
syllables in "cytomegalic"
Word details
Syllables
5
cy · to · me · ga · lic
Letters
11
c · y · t · o · m · e · g · a · l · i · c
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “cytomegalic”
The word “cytomegalic” contains 5 syllables, divided as cy · to · me · ga · lic. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "cytomegalic" have?
"cytomegalic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cytomegalic" into syllables?
"cytomegalic" is divided into syllables as: cy · to · me · ga · lic.
What is the Scrabble score for "cytomegalic"?
The Scrabble score for "cytomegalic" is 21 points.
Using “cytomegalic” in writing
"cytomegalic" (cy · to · me · ga · lic) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cytomegalic” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.